Dr. Akshaya Saklecha

Dedicated and compassionate Neurophysiotherapist with hands-on experience in neurorehabilitation through independent clinical practice and hospital training. Skilled in managing stroke, spinal cord injury, vestibular disorders, paediatric neurological conditions, and gait rehabilitation using evidence-based approaches. Strong research background with multiple peer-reviewed publications.

Passionate about delivering patient-centred care and contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary hospital team.

Consultant Neurophysiotherapist - Independent Clinical Practice - Yavatmal

(2024-12 - 2026-04)

Established and managed an independent neurophysiotherapy practice, providing evidence-based rehabilitation for adult neurological and paediatric neurodevelopmental conditions.

• Assessed, diagnosed, and implemented individualized rehabilitation programs for patients with stroke, spinal cord injury (SCI), cerebellar ataxia, vestibular disorders, and other neurological conditions.
• Applied advanced neurorehabilitation techniques, including Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Neurodynamics, gait training, balance retraining, and functional rehabilitation, to improve patient outcomes.
• Monitored patient progress through regular clinical reassessments, treatment modifications, and detailed documentation.
• Managed day-to-day clinical operations, patient counselling, appointment scheduling, and clinical records while ensuring high standards of patient care.

Clinical Intern - Acharya Vinobha Bhave Rural Hospital & Shalinitai Meghe Superspeciality Hospital - Wardha

(2021-11 - 2022-05)

Completed a 6-month rotating internship across Neurology, ICU, OPD, and other multidisciplinary departments. Assisted in the assessment and rehabilitation of neurological, orthopaedic, and medical patients under senior physiotherapists.

• Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver acute care and early rehabilitation.
• Maintained clinical documentation, monitored patient progress, and educated patients and caregivers on rehabilitation programs.

Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) - Neurosciences - Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Higher Education and Research (DMIHER) (2022 - 2024)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences (2017 - 2021)